About this Experience
What you'll do:
We create custom-guided rock climbing experiences for climbers of all skill levels. If it is your first time on real rock or you are an experienced climber we can help get you climbing like never before. Our AMGA-certified guides have over 30 years of teaching experience and uphold the highest safety standards. Climbing with a professional guide service is the fastest and safest way to start climbing outdoors and the experience is not one you will soon forget!
Why we love it for your party:
- Certified guides will take care of everything and create a fun and safe outdoor climbing experience
- Something for everyone, we will set climbs of all levels so everyone can participate
- An unforgettable experience that will last a lifetime
- Incredible climbing locations in wild places like Joshua Tree and Lake Tahoe
- Awesome photos and videos to share with your friends
About this experience partner:
Since 1983, Vertical Adventures has been the leading rock climbing school in California, setting the standard of professionalism for rock climbing classes with our low student-to-instructor ratios, state-of-the-art course curriculums, excellent safety record, and exceptional rock climbing guides.
Vertical Adventures Rock Climbing School was honored to be ranked as the #1 rock climbing school in America by Outside Magazine in their list of America’s top adventure schools.
Additional information:
- 20% gratuity required.
- We will provide all the climbing equipment needed for your trip (Harness, Helmet, climbing shoes, ropes, etc.)
- Please remember to bring:
- Extra clothing layers for potentially warm or cold weather.
- Snacks, plenty of water and electrolytes (at least two liters per person)
- Closed-toe shoes are required (no flip-flops or sandals) for hiking and scrambling.
- Sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses, and a pack to carry your gear.
- Long pants are recommended to prevent scraped knees.
- Due to park regulations, dogs are not allowed in any of our classes and cannot be left in the car.
- The entrance fee to the Park is $30 (good for 7 days), or show a National Parks Pass. ($80/yr.) A Joshua Tree Annual Pass is $55.
- There is no cell phone service, water, food, or gasoline available once inside the park, so please review the directions to our meeting spot beforehand and come prepared.
- Many of our clients ask if it is appropriate to tip their guide. Absolutely! As you will see your guide will be working very hard to assure you a safe and fun climbing experience. If you feel they did a good job, please feel free to tip your guide.
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LocationPalm Springs, CA
60175 La Mirada Trail, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USAPalm Springs, CA
Cancellation Policy

generous Cancellation Policy
Full refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice. No refund within 7 day window.
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